Job Description

Job Overview

We are a vibrant Turkish restaurant in Dagenham, offering a rich and authentic menu that includes cold and hot meze, charcoal-grilled kebabs, lahmacun, ali nazik, traditional soups, fresh salads, and homemade desserts like baklava. We're looking for a skilled Turkish Chef who can bring passion, precision, and creativity to our kitchen.

Responsibilities

Prepare a variety of

cold and hot meze

(e.g., hummus, cac?k, mucver, sigara bore?i) Cook

charcoal-grilled kebabs and shish

, including lamb, chicken, and mixed platters Master dishes like

lahmacun

,

ali nazik

, and

kofte

Craft traditional

Turkish soups

such as mercimek (lentil), ezogelin, and yayla Assemble fresh

salads

like coban salatas?, gavurda??, and bulgur salad Bake and present

Turkish desserts

, especially

baklava

, sutlac, and kunefe Maintain high standards of hygiene, food safety, and kitchen organization Collaborate with the team to ensure smooth service and customer satisfaction Monitor inventory and assist with sourcing authentic ingredients Innovate seasonal specials while preserving traditional flavors

Experience

Proven experience as a Chef or in a similar role within the hospitality or restaurant industry. Strong culinary skills with a solid understanding of food preparation techniques. Previous supervisory or team management experience is highly desirable. Knowledge of food safety standards and best practices in the kitchen environment. Excellent leadership abilities, with the capacity to inspire and motivate a diverse team. A passion for cooking and creativity in developing new dishes that delight guests. If you possess the skills and experience outlined above, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our culinary team as a Chef. Proven experience in Turkish cuisine, with expertise across meze, grill, soups, and desserts Ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen while maintaining quality Familiarity with UK food safety standards and kitchen protocols Strong communication and teamwork skills Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 12.21-15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 40 per week

Work Location: In person